A pioneering Brooklyn-based performance nonprofit founded in 2003, ISSUE presents projects by interdisciplinary artists that expand the boundaries of artistic practice and stimulate critical dialogue in the broader community. ISSUE serves as a leading cultural incubator, facilitating the commission and premiere of innovative new works spanning genres of music, dance, literature and film.

Sofia Jernberg with Tomeka Reid, Craig Taborn & Ole Morten Vågan

Brooklyn Music School

Building on their 2021 digital commission as part of ISSUE’s Distant Pairs series, Sofia Jernberg and Tomeka Reid reunite for ISSUE's 2025 Winter Season Opening concert, live at Brooklyn Music School. This event showcases Jernberg and Reid in a unique quartet, joined by NYC-based pianist Craig Taborn and Norwegian bassist Ole Morten Vågan.

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Artists-In-Residence 2024

Ongoing Series

ISSUE Project Room is pleased to announce the selection of interdisciplinary artists Axine M, Joni, Katie Porter and Kwami Winfield as Artists-In-Residence presenting new works in the 2024 season.

Suzanne Fiol Curatorial Fellowship 2024

Ongoing Series

ISSUE Project Room is pleased to announce the selection of Lina Azalea Dahbour as 2024 Suzanne Fiol Curatorial Fellow. The artist will present Blind Date, a series of performances that bring together unlikely pairs of musicians and dancers.

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